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Old school

Kinney, Jeff


Life was better in the old days. Or was it? That's the question Greg Heffley is asking as his town voluntarily unplugs and goes electronics-free. But modern life has its conveniences, and Greg isn't cut out for an old-fashioned world. With tension building inside and outside the Heffley home, will Greg find a way to survive?
Date Published:2015

The flames of hope

Sutherland, Tui, 1978-


Luna has always wanted to change the world -- to fix it, to free it -- even if she's never actually known how. Now that all of dragon - and humankind are in mortal danger, Luna is flying back home to Pantala with a team of dragons on a rescue mission, determined to be brave and useful. But saving a continent isn't as easy as a prophecy makes it sound, and "facing a great evil" definitely requires more than the fiery silk that Luna is uniquely able to create. As she fights her way to the abyss that hides the dark roots poisoning Pantala, Luna must uncover a long-buried secret and unite her friends, her enemies, and her own powers. If she doesn't, she won't get to change the world. She'll have to say goodbye to it -- forever."
Date Published:2022

Luna has always wanted to change the world -- to fix it, to free it -- even if she's never actually known how. Now that all of dragon - and humankind are in mortal danger, Luna is flying back home to Pantala with a team of dragons on a rescue mission, determined to be brave and useful. But saving a continent isn't as easy as a prophecy makes it sound, and "facing a great evil" definitely requires more than the fiery silk that Luna is uniquely able to create. As she fights her way to the abyss that hides the dark roots poisoning Pantala, Luna must uncover a long-buried secret and unite her friends, her enemies, and her own powers. If she doesn't, she won't get to change the world. She'll have to say goodbye to it -- forever."

Date Published:2022

Nature's Big Year


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. When humans hunkered down to battle COVID-19 and all our activities came to a crawl, nature never stopped. In many cases, it even welcomed our absence. "I was shocked and completely amazed at how many species changed their habitat use during the pandemic," says ecologist Nicola Koper at the University of Manitoba. She found remarkable new evidence that when humanity hit pause, nature seized the moment. Cities around the world saw their bluest skies in years, sea turtles had their most successful nesting season in decades and, in the quiet of lockdown, birds changed where they fly and how they sing. Nature's Big Year follows scientists as they explore lockdown's unique and unexpected research opportunities. They share what they learned from the most dramatic unplanned experiment in modern history, and how they rose to the challenge. Original broadcast: November 12, 2021.
Date Published:2021

From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. When humans hunkered down to battle COVID-19 and all our activities came to a crawl, nature never stopped. In many cases, it even welcomed our absence. "I was shocked and completely amazed at how many species changed their habitat use during the pandemic," says ecologist Nicola Koper at the University of Manitoba. She found remarkable new evidence that when humanity hit pause, nature seized the moment. Cities around the world saw their bluest skies in years, sea turtles had their most successful nesting season in decades and, in the quiet of lockdown, birds changed where they fly and how they sing. Nature's Big Year follows scientists as they explore lockdown's unique and unexpected research opportunities. They share what they learned from the most dramatic unplanned experiment in modern history, and how they rose to the challenge. Original broadcast: November 12, 2021.

Date Published:2021

Amulet. 2, The stonekeeper's curse /

Kibuishi, Kazu, 1978-


Emily and her brother Navin head for Kanalis to find an antidote for the poison that is killing their mother.
Date Published:2009

Heartbreak


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. Heartbreak is the emotional period that follows the end of a relationship. How you experience heartbreak is influenced by the strength of the feelings you shared, the length of the relationship, or the reasons and manner in which the breakup occurred. Warning: The following program may contain mature subject matter and coarse language. Viewer discretion is advised.
Date Published:2020

From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. Heartbreak is the emotional period that follows the end of a relationship. How you experience heartbreak is influenced by the strength of the feelings you shared, the length of the relationship, or the reasons and manner in which the breakup occurred. Warning: The following program may contain mature subject matter and coarse language. Viewer discretion is advised.

Date Published:2020

Peace begins with you

Scholes, Katherine.


"A Sierra Club book." Explains, in simple terms, the concept of peace, why conflicts occur, how they can be resolved in positive ways, and how to protect peace.
Date Published:1989

The fabulous Zed Watson!

Sylvester, Basil.


Zed Watson loves a few things: their name (which they chose themself!), their big rambunctious family, and--oh yeah--monsters. When Zed discovered the mystery surrounding an unpublished novel called The Monster's Castle, they were completely hooked. Now Zed is a member of a small but dedicated legion devoted to finding the long-buried text. When a breakthrough discovery leads Zed to the route that they are sure will take them to the treasure, they know it's time for a road trip. And with the help of their shy, flora-loving neighbour, Gabe, and his sister, Sam, a geologist who is driving back to college in Arizona, Zed and company are soon off on a wild adventure following cryptic clues. But it's not all fun and games. Gabe doesn't like Zed's snacks, Sam is a bossy driver with total command of the ancient Impreza's stereo, and Zed is often misgendered. It's a good thing they also encounter kind strangers, potato-themed dance-offs and lots and lots of ice cream along the way. If Zed and Gabe can combine their strengths, survive Sam's wrath and best the greedy historian who's also hot on the book's trail, they just might find the greatest treasure of all.
Date Published:2022

Zed Watson loves a few things: their name (which they chose themself!), their big rambunctious family, and--oh yeah--monsters. When Zed discovered the mystery surrounding an unpublished novel called The Monster's Castle, they were completely hooked. Now Zed is a member of a small but dedicated legion devoted to finding the long-buried text. When a breakthrough discovery leads Zed to the route that they are sure will take them to the treasure, they know it's time for a road trip. And with the help of their shy, flora-loving neighbour, Gabe, and his sister, Sam, a geologist who is driving back to college in Arizona, Zed and company are soon off on a wild adventure following cryptic clues. But it's not all fun and games. Gabe doesn't like Zed's snacks, Sam is a bossy driver with total command of the ancient Impreza's stereo, and Zed is often misgendered. It's a good thing they also encounter kind strangers, potato-themed dance-offs and lots and lots of ice cream along the way. If Zed and Gabe can combine their strengths, survive Sam's wrath and best the greedy historian who's also hot on the book's trail, they just might find the greatest treasure of all.

Date Published:2022

Bear in the family

Walters, Eric, 1957-


In this partially illustrated early chapter book, a family return to their home in the forest after a wildfire to find their house still standing and an orphaned bear cub in the well.
Date Published:2022

Friends are friends, forever

Liu, Dane,


Just before Chinese New Year, Dandan discovers that her family is moving to America, far away from her best friend Yueyue; before they leave Yueyue gives her a stack of red paper and a spool of string so she can share the art of paper cutting with Americans--and when Chinese New Year comes around again Dandan remembers Yueyue's gift and introduces her new friend Christina to this ancient art.
Date Published:2021

Amulet. 6, Escape from Lucien /

Kibuishi, Kazu, 1978-


Navin journeys to the city of Lucien where he searches for a beacon essential to his fight against the Elf King; while Emily heads back into the Void with Max, one of the Elf King's followers, where she learns his darkest secrets.
Date Published:2014

I survived the attack of the grizzlies, 1967

Ball, Georgia.


No grizzly has ever killed a human in Glacier National Park before... until tonight. Eleven-year-old Melody Vega and her family come to Glacier every year. Mel loves it here -- the beautiful landscapes and wildlife make it easy to forget her real-world troubles. But this year is different. With Mom gone, every moment in the park is a reminder of the past. Then Mel comes face-to-face with a mighty grizzly. She knows basic bear safety: Don't turn your back. Don't make any sudden movements. And most importantly: Don't run. That last one is the hardest for Mel; she's been running from her problems all her life. If she wants to survive tonight, she'll have to find the courage to face her fear.
Date Published:2022

No grizzly has ever killed a human in Glacier National Park before... until tonight. Eleven-year-old Melody Vega and her family come to Glacier every year. Mel loves it here -- the beautiful landscapes and wildlife make it easy to forget her real-world troubles. But this year is different. With Mom gone, every moment in the park is a reminder of the past. Then Mel comes face-to-face with a mighty grizzly. She knows basic bear safety: Don't turn your back. Don't make any sudden movements. And most importantly: Don't run. That last one is the hardest for Mel; she's been running from her problems all her life. If she wants to survive tonight, she'll have to find the courage to face her fear.

Date Published:2022

Refrigerator


The chilled history of refrigeration, from ancient ice storage techniques to modern eco-friendly fridges. Discover how this cool invention transformed food preservation and daily life.
Date Published:2023

Chocolate seashells


From the Curio channel: BBC Channel. In this Christmas special, new presenter Paddy McGuinness and Cherry Healey visit a chocolate factory in Belgium that produces four million chocolate seashells every day.
Date Published:2024

Amulet. 9, Waverider /

Kibuishi, Kazu, 1978-


After her confrontation with Ikol, Emily finally understands the stone's power and what she must do to defend Alledia from the shadows. As she travels to Typhon to help her mom and Navin, Prince Trellis returns to the Kingdom of the Elves to save his countrymen -- and confront the fraud who has seized power in the absence of a king. The threat of darkness follows all Stonekeepers closely, and it will take the strength of both new friends and old foes to conquer it...and survive.
Date Published:2024

After her confrontation with Ikol, Emily finally understands the stone's power and what she must do to defend Alledia from the shadows. As she travels to Typhon to help her mom and Navin, Prince Trellis returns to the Kingdom of the Elves to save his countrymen -- and confront the fraud who has seized power in the absence of a king. The threat of darkness follows all Stonekeepers closely, and it will take the strength of both new friends and old foes to conquer it...and survive.

Date Published:2024

Harvey holds his own

Nelson, Colleen,


A plucky West Highland Terrier named Harvey is determined to protect his yard from an intruding animal. Meanwhile, Harvey's owner Maggie struggles to fit in at school, his friend Austin works to prevent his grandfather from losing his job at a retirement home, and new retirement home resident Josephine Fradette clings to her fierce individuality in the face of conformity. Finally, all characters -- both human and dog -- find resolution by standing up to adversity.
Date Published:2022

A plucky West Highland Terrier named Harvey is determined to protect his yard from an intruding animal. Meanwhile, Harvey's owner Maggie struggles to fit in at school, his friend Austin works to prevent his grandfather from losing his job at a retirement home, and new retirement home resident Josephine Fradette clings to her fierce individuality in the face of conformity. Finally, all characters -- both human and dog -- find resolution by standing up to adversity.

Date Published:2022

Amulet. 8, Supernova /

Kibuishi, Kazu, 1978-


Emily has lost control of her Amulet and is imprisoned in the Void, where she must find a way to escape the influence of the Voice. Meanwhile, Emily's brother, Navin, travels to Lighthouse One, a space station where the Resistance is preparing to battle the approaching Shadow forces that would drain planet Alledia of all its resources. Emily and Navin must be smarter and stronger than ever to ensure Alledia's survival.
Date Published:2018

Emily has lost control of her Amulet and is imprisoned in the Void, where she must find a way to escape the influence of the Voice. Meanwhile, Emily's brother, Navin, travels to Lighthouse One, a space station where the Resistance is preparing to battle the approaching Shadow forces that would drain planet Alledia of all its resources. Emily and Navin must be smarter and stronger than ever to ensure Alledia's survival.

Date Published:2018

Dog Man. 6, Brawl of the wild /

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


Is Dog Man bad to the bone? The heroic hound is sent to the pound for a crime he didn't commit! While his pals work to prove his innocence, Dog Man struggles to find his place among dogs and people. Being a part of both worlds, will he ever fully fit in with one?
Date Published:2019

Canadian fire fighters

Bourgeois, Paulette


This colourful picture book introduces young children to the important work of fire fighters in their neighborhood.
Date Published:1991

Banished from our home : the Acadian diary of Angélique Richard

Stewart, Sharon (Sharon Roberta), 1944-



Date Published:2004

Déportation des Acadiens


Collection audiovisuelle d'Historica Canada. Vidéo hébergée sur YouTube. Les Acadiens sont des descendants des premiers colons français qui sont arrivés en Nouvelle-Écosse en 1604 et ont bâti une culture et une société distinctes au fil des générations. Leur existence tranquille a été bouleversée en 1755 lorsque 10 000 Acadiens ont été arrachés à leur patrie afin d’assurer le règne britannique en Amérique du Nord. Cette Minute du patrimoine dépeint la déportation au travers du regard d’une mère acadienne.
Date Published:2019

Collection audiovisuelle d'Historica Canada. Vidéo hébergée sur YouTube. Les Acadiens sont des descendants des premiers colons français qui sont arrivés en Nouvelle-Écosse en 1604 et ont bâti une culture et une société distinctes au fil des générations. Leur existence tranquille a été bouleversée en 1755 lorsque 10 000 Acadiens ont été arrachés à leur patrie afin d’assurer le règne britannique en Amérique du Nord. Cette Minute du patrimoine dépeint la déportation au travers du regard d’une mère acadienne.

Date Published:2019